What is the cheapest way to get from Greenock to Alloway?

The cheapest way to get from Greenock to Alloway is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 55 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Greenock to Alloway?

The fastest way to get from Greenock to Alloway is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Greenock and Alloway?

No, there is no direct bus from Greenock to Alloway. However, there are services departing from Stance 1 and arriving at Woodend Road via West Campbell Street and Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Greenock to Alloway?

The distance between Greenock and Alloway is 52 miles. The road distance is 46.1 miles.

How do I travel from Greenock to Alloway without a car?

The best way to get from Greenock to Alloway without a car is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs £19 - £23.

How long does it take to get from Greenock to Alloway?

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Greenock to Alloway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greenock to Alloway bus from?

Greenock to Alloway bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from Stance 1 station.

Train or bus from Greenock to Alloway?

The best way to get from Greenock to Alloway is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs £19 - £23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £17 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Greenock to Alloway bus arrive?

Greenock to Alloway bus services, operated by McGills Buses, arrive at Waterloo Lane station.

Can I drive from Greenock to Alloway?

Yes, the driving distance between Greenock to Alloway is 46 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Greenock to Alloway.

Where can I stay near Alloway?

There are 471+ hotels available in Alloway.

Greenock to Alloway - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Greenock to Alloway by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Greenock West to Paisley Gilmour StreetGourock - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to AyrGlasgow Central - Ayr
1h 41m
£20–23
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stance 1 to Waterloo Lane906 / ...
2. Take the bus from West Campbell Street to Ayr Bus StationX77 / ...
2h 10m
£11–16
Drive 45.8 mi
1. Drive from Greenock to Alloway45.8 mi
55 min
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greenock to Alloway45.8 mi
55 min
£95–120
Line 906 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from West Stewart Street to Manse Court906 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manse Court to Ayr Bus Station585
3h 3m
£11–16

Greenock to Alloway by train and bus

254Weekly Services

1h 41mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 52.1 mi
Duration: 1h 41m

What companies run services between Greenock, Scotland and Alloway, Scotland?

You can take a train from Greenock West to Cornhill via Paisley Gilmour Street, Ayr, and Ashgrove Street in around 1h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stance 1 to Woodend Road via Waterloo Lane, West Campbell Street, and Ayr Bus Station in around 2h 10m.

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